Originally Posted by
LAX2MSP
Since there isn't too much love for the Travel Pro bags, here's my take.
I used to have the LW Stealth and can't believe I had wasted money on LW before.
I have the Flight Crew 5 Pilot 22 Expandable now.
It's extremely durable and doesn't show the beating like a heavy, ugly metal box on wheels. It fits in every bin I've ever tried to put it in and it works as an international carry on. It easily holds enough stuff for a 4 day trip and has room for multiple pairs of shoes. It's half the price currently (always on sale it seems) has a 3 year warranty and even has a padded pocket to place your EFB/laptop. The handle is flush with the body and can adjust to multiple heights. It has pockets galore for all your needs. Comes with a J hook. The wheels are rock solid and it rolls silently. I've seen it get thrown around by rampers and it still doesn't have a scratch on it. One of my favorite things about it is that it's not the stereotypical boxy crew bag. It's a classy addition to your person and you can travel without a uniform on and not stand out. I've talked to multiple people who have them as well and they can't say enough good things about it either. I've also spoken to crews with LW and SB and they want to know where I got it.
All in all, 10/10 with this bag. It's okay to not follow everyone sometimes...
I've had mine around two years. I like it more than the LW, the layout is better, the pockets are better, and the weight is better.
However it doesn't hold up compared to my LW. I did have the handle fixed once under warranty (it cracked). The zippers on the back are broken and material is torn. One of the side pockets has torn material. I do commute so that is part of it.
I needed a new bag and if I can get 3 years out of the Travel Pro bag I will be happy as that is a similar useful life of my LW that I had for six years. I'm sure it would hold up better if I didn't commute.
When I move to base again I'll buy the LW Air. I enjoy the feeling of their bags and how they look, but didn't want to destroy a $300 bag commuting every week.